What Is a Certification Course in Community Health?

The Certificate Course in Community Health in association with NIOS is carried out at Ganesh Paramedical College and will be a 1-year full-term course. This course can open various job opportunities in the government and private sector.

Eligibility : 

• Candidates who have completed B.Sc. Nursing/ Ayurveda Graduates with BAMS, Zoology, Botany, etc. from any recognized institute or university are eligible to apply.
• Candidates who have completed GNM or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from any recognized institute or can also apply to this course.

Syllabus:

The different subjects that the students would be exposed be during the tenure of the course our as follows:

• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Health and Hygiene
• Our Body and Immune System
• Prevention of Common Diseases and Home Remedies
• Yoga and Health
• Management of Diseases through Yoga

Certificate Course in Community Health Program Objectives :

• To Enhance the knowledge and skills of students in providing community health care services.
• To Develop skills and competencies in dealing with issues of public health.
• To Provide comprehensive primary care based on protocols appropriate to the sub-center level.
• To Perform preventive actions for improving community health.
• Perform common laboratory investigations.

Job Opportunities after Certificate Course in Community Health Program: 

There could be so many job opportunities after this course which could help frame your career. 

Community Health Worker: Community health workers are volunteers in association with the local health care system. They play a key role in implementing government health policies on the ground. They work in both urban and rural environments for community health.

Health Educators: They work with children and adults and are committed to practising healthy habits in communities and individuals.

Public Health Officer: Collaborate with technical departments and units within UHC/health systems and beyond to ensure integration of various public health programmes in the implementation of government policies at the root level 

Community Health Coordinator: Plays a key role and is responsible for promoting community among campers, staff, and volunteers through fun activities and events as well as through encouraging spiritual growth in their lives.

Healthcare Advocate: Helps patients to communicate with their doctors or other healthcare providers. They get the information that they need to make decisions about their health care and ensure their security.

An Overview of Certificate Course in Community Health Course

Frequently asked questions

Q1. What are the job opportunities after a certificate in Community Health?

There are so many job opportunities after this course like they can work in hospitals, clinics, community healthcare centres, and rural healthcare centres on various job profiles. Not only In private there are so many government opportunities too like Community Health Worker, Community Health Coordinators and Public Health Officer etc.

Q2. What are the eligibility criteria for CCH?

Candidates who have completed B.Sc. Nursing/ Ayurveda Graduates with BAMS, Zoology, Botany, etc. from any recognized institute or university are eligible to apply.

Q3. Which is a 6-month certificate course in Community Health under NHM in India?

Certificate Course in Community Health Course at Ignou is a 6-6-month program.

Q4. Is the Certificate Course in Community Health course government-approved?

Yes, This Certificate Course in Community Health course is government approved in association with NIOS.

Q5. Can I pursue a Certificate Course in Community Health course online?

Yes, You can pursue a Certificate Course in Community Health course online if you fulfill the eligibility criteria of the course.

Q6. What is the duration of the Certificate Course in the Community Health course?

The duration of Certificate Course in Community Health Course is 1-year only.

Q7. Can I do a Certificate Course in Community Health online?

Yes, You can do a Certificate Course in Community Health course online as this course is in association with NIOS.